Stories from the Field

Water doesn't change anything. People Do.

As we work to provide water, we're committed to helping people like you meet your global neighbors and to realize that we all share the same basic needs. We hope to break down stereotypes and the false distinctions between the so-called winners and losers, rich and poor, the needy and charitable, by introducing you to the people we serve with the respect and admiration they rightfully deserve.

These are stories of hope, told in the words of those who carry out this work every day - our friends in the field.




See the Impact of Clean Water - Essong'olo Secondary School

Essong'olo Secondary School

Ever since implementation of rain tank and hygiene facilities last year, the staff and students at Essong'olo Secondary School have experienced tremendous improvements and this was evident when we recently visited the school. The school is now able to access water directly from the school's compound as opposed to years back when students had to le...

See the Impact of Clean Water - Shitoli Secondary School

Shitoli Secondary School

Initially, students at Shitoli Secondary School used to fetch water from a nearby river outside the school compound. The water was not clean so students used to complain about waterborne illnesses such as typhoid and stomachaches. Another problem was that the river is located downhill from the school, so it was difficult to climb up the hill with w...

See the Impact of Clean Water - Kithumba Primary School

Kithumba Primary School

Things at Kithumba Primary School have improved in the year since the completion of their water project. The students are enjoying a sufficient supply of water from the tank. Development projects are underway and the school is progressing well due to consistent access to water. During a recent visit to the school, our teams were struck by the fact...

See the Impact of Clean Water - Ndaluni Primary School

Ndaluni Primary School

The students at Ndaluni Primary School enjoy unlimited access to clean water from their water project. The school environment looks great thanks to the consistent supply of water over the past year. Both students and staff are happy about the water facility and remain optimistic that it will continue to meet their needs. "We are no longer required...

See the Impact of Clean Water - Nzalae Primary School

Nzalae Primary School

The Nzalae Primary School community remains happy about the performance of their rainwater tank for the last year. They are proud of the project and applaud it for its contribution to bettering lives of the students. "We are enjoying the unlimited supply of clean drinking water in school from the water project," 14-year-old student Faith Kilonzi r...